1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Rally Raid | 244 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |